Serving 858 students in grades 6-8, Lewis & Clark Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 858 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lewis & Clark Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lewis & Clark Middle School's student population of 858 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
858 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Lewis & Clark Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lewis & Clark Middle School is 0.50, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.43. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#187 out of 704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
1%
Hispanic
18%
20%
Black
3%
1%
White
68%
73%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lewis & Clark Middle School's ranking?
Lewis & Clark Middle School is ranked #187 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Lewis & Clark Middle School often compared to?
Lewis & Clark Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Victory Middle School, Meridian Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Lewis & Clark Middle School?
858 students attend Lewis & Clark Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Lewis & Clark Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lewis & Clark Middle School?
Lewis & Clark Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lewis & Clark Middle School offer ?
Lewis & Clark Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lewis & Clark Middle School part of?
Lewis & Clark Middle School is part of Joint School District No. 2.
In what neighborhood is Lewis & Clark Middle School located?
Lewis & Clark Middle School is located in the West Boise neighborhood of Meridian, ID.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
NO SCHOOL - All Grades - Spring Break
March 16, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day for Seniors
May 15, 2026 (Friday)
Last Day of School
May 21, 2026 (Thursday)
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